Almega Arc Welding Cells

FW Series (Ferris Wheel)

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AXFW-250 with dual- AX-V6 robot package

Work Envelope

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Features

  • Single and dual robot support
  • Adopts maintenance-free AC servo motors and absolute encoders
  • Tailstock comes with a through hole for easy electrical and pneumatic routing
  • Dedicated current collector and welding cable connecting terminals
  • Teach pendant can teach both robot and positioner
  • Shot pins are used for optional detached jog
  • Fully enclosed robot-operating area with protective arc shielding
  • Light curtains
  • [Single Point Station controls for all cell functions

Arc Welding Robots IconLarge Components Positioning

The AXFW series is designed to handle large components up to 3500 mm (137.8 in) and 1050 mm (41.3 in) in diameter. The AXFW Series comes in three models and can be equipped with either 1 or 2 robots.

3-Axis Horizontal Positioner Benefits

The 3-axis design supports synchromotion welding on one side while the operator loads parts on the opposite side.

  • Adopts maintenance-free AC servo motors and absolute encoders
  • Tailstock comes with a through hole for easy electrical and pneumatic routing
  • Dedicated current collector and welding cable connecting terminals
  • Teach pendant can teach both robot and positioner

Product Specifications

Item

Specification

Model Names

AXFW-250, AXFW-500, AXFW-1000

Structure

3-axis ferris wheel style positioner

Number of Axes

3 + robot(s)

Table Dimension

AXFW-250

2600 x 1050 mm
(102.4 x 41.3")

AXFW-500

3000 x 1050 mm
(118.1 x 41.3")

AXFW-1000

60" (1524 mm)
(137.8 x 41.3")

Max. Payload Index

AXFW-250

550 lbs. (250 kg) per side

AXFW-500

1100 lbs. (500 kg) per side

AXFW-1000

2200 lbs. (1000 kg) per side

Index Speed

AXFW-250

4 sec. average

AXFW-500

5 sec. average

AXFW-1000

6 sec. average

Drive Method

Servo, PLC

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